Khairahi - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Khairahi is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Khairahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairahi is 214128. The village covers a total geographical area of 419 hectares and falls under the 231221 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Khairahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairahi
As per Census 2011, Khairahi village has a total population of 2,649 people, consisting of 1,427 males and 1,222 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,349 literate and 1,300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 915 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,000 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,649 | 1,427 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 281 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 915 | 498 | 417 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,000 | 533 | 467 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 852 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,300 | 575 | 725 |
Nearby Villages of Khairahi
Khairahi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kirawani | North | 1.80 km |
| Raspahari | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Govindpur | East | 2.90 km |
| Kushmaha | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Rantola | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Aurahawa | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Kataudhi | East | 4.62 km |
| Darihara | West | 4.82 km |
| Kundadih | South-West | 5.15 km |
| Murdhowa | North | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khairahi
Khairahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Muirpur Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Khairahi is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khairahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khairahi
Where is Khairahi located?
Khairahi village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairahi?
Khairahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khairahi?
The pincode of Khairahi is 231221.
What is the population of Khairahi?
Khairahi has a total population of 2,649, including 1,427 males and 1,222 females.
How many households are there in Khairahi?
There are 473 households in Khairahi.
What is the literacy rate in Khairahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairahi is 50.92%. Male literacy is 59.71% and female literacy is 40.67%.